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spluttered

 

[ ˈsplʌtəred ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

speech interruption

To splutter is to make a series of soft explosive sounds, often as a result of excitement, confusion, or an inability to articulate thoughts clearly. It can refer to someone speaking in a halting manner or in bursts of incoherent sounds. The term can also describe the spitting or sputtering of a liquid or gas. In colloquial use, it often conveys a sense of urgency or frustration.

Synonyms

choke, falter, gasp, splutter, stammer

Examples of usage

  • She spluttered her explanation amidst her tears.
  • The engine spluttered before finally starting.
  • He spluttered in disbelief when he heard the news.

Translations

Translations of the word "spluttered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gaguejou

🇮🇳 बड़बड़ाया

🇩🇪 stotterte

🇮🇩 tercecer

🇺🇦 пальнув

🇵🇱 chlapnął

🇯🇵 どもった

🇫🇷 bégaya

🇪🇸 balbuceó

🇹🇷 kekeledi

🇰🇷 더듬거렸다

🇸🇦 تلعثم

🇨🇿 koktal

🇸🇰 koktal

🇨🇳 结结巴巴地说

🇸🇮 zadrževal

🇮🇸 tala í gegnum munn

🇰🇿 тұтығып сөйледі

🇬🇪 ბოდიშით თქვა

🇦🇿 dodaqladı

🇲🇽 balbuceó

Word origin

The word 'splutter' originated in the 19th century, with its earliest recorded use appearing around 1829. It is derived from the combination of 'sputter' and the sound of spitting, capturing the essence of making abrupt, explosive sounds. The term reflects a kind of vehement or incoherent speech and is often associated with surprise or disbelief. Its usage has been consistent throughout the years, transitioning from physical actions like sputtering a liquid to describing the patterns of speech. As language evolved, 'splutter' embraced more metaphorical uses, enabling speakers to convey emotional states or reactions through this expressive word.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,811 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.